Bahasa Melayu
jawat
English
hold office, occupy a post, serve in a position
To occupy or serve in a post, position, or office.
جاوت
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Beliau pernah jawat jawatan itu selama lima tahun.
He once held that post for five years.
Dia sedang jawat jawatan penting di syarikat itu.
She is holding an important position in that company.
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jawat
It is used for occupying a post or position.
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